Child Custody Attorney In New Kent, Virginia
Issues involving children are usually the most emotional and contested part of any divorce proceedings. Hire a Child Custody Lawyer in New Kent County for the benefit of the children. Typically, It is best for the parents to try and work out all of the issues involving child custody and visitation. If the parties should not be able to come to an agreement the court will and does step in to consider the best interests of the children.
Types of Child Custody
There are the most common types of child custody:
Legal Custody: Legal custody refers to the right to make decisions about the child’s upbringing, such as decisions about education, religion, and medical care.
Physical custody: Refers to the actual physical care and supervision of the child.
Sole custody: Which means that one parent has both legal and physical custody of the child, and the other parent has no custodial rights.
In some jurisdictions, joint custody is also recognized, which means that both parents have legal and physical custody of the child. There is also split custody, this arrangement happens when there is more than one child in the family and each parent has primary or sole custody of one or more of the children.
Why Choose Montgomery, Kelley, & Dennett?
Here at Montgomery, Kelley & Dennett we pride ourselves on providing our clients dedicated child custody legal services. We are New Kent County’s premiere law firm providing comprehensive legal services. With 76 years of combined legal service, the MKD team of lawyers are a powerhouse of experience and legal knowledge.
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